Mary and Martha of Bethany
Luke presents Martha receiving Jesus and Mary listening at His feet. John identifies the sisters with Lazarus's household at Bethany and places them in the raising of Lazarus and the anointing before Passover.
Perspective note
Comparative historical/source study. The original author's or church's reception is retained; inclusion does not make every claim Oriental Orthodox teaching.
Scripture
- Luke 10:38-42 — Martha serves while Mary sits at the Lord's feet and listens.
- John 11:1-44 — Mary and Martha meet Jesus in grief and faith before Lazarus is raised.
- John 12:1-8 — Martha serves and Mary anoints Jesus at Bethany.